Description

A vibrant, zesty grilled chicken bowl bursting with fresh chimichurri flavor, served over rice with roasted vegetables and drizzled in creamy garlic sauce a bold and nourishing meal perfect for any night.

Ingredients

Scale

— Chicken Marinade —

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp chimichurri sauce (store-bought or homemade)

1 tbsp lime juice

Salt and pepper, to taste

— Chimichurri Sauce —

1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1/3 cup olive oil

2 tbsp red wine vinegar

1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Salt and black pepper, to taste

— Garlic Sauce —

1/4 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise

1 garlic clove, minced

1 tsp lemon juice

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt, to taste

— Bowls —

2 cups cooked jasmine rice or quinoa

1 cup roasted or grilled vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, corn)

Lime wedges and fresh herbs, for garnish

Instructions

1. Combine chicken with olive oil, chimichurri, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).

2. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.

3. To make chimichurri: mix parsley, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. In a small bowl, whisk together all garlic sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy.

5. Assemble bowls: divide rice between bowls, top with grilled chicken slices and roasted vegetables.

6. Drizzle with garlic sauce and extra chimichurri. Garnish with lime wedges and fresh herbs.

7. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Add avocado slices for creaminess or a handful of arugula for freshness.

Swap rice for cauliflower rice to make it low-carb.

Chimichurri can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to a week.

Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Grilled
Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 480
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: chimichurri chicken, grilled chicken bowl, garlic sauce, healthy dinner bowl